Safety Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED plus three years in a commercial roofing environment.
• Valid driver’s license
• Considerable knowledge of OSHA Standards as they pertain to construction and roofing.
• Considerable knowledge of various commercial roofing systems, materials, and installation methods.
• Good knowledge of Federal, State and local environmental, health and safety codes.
• Some knowledge of: construction site development; commercial construction, demolition, and remodel procedures.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, in English, and comprehend drawings and specifications, documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Strong verbal skills and ability to interact with all level of employees and management
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and to compute rate, ratio.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and/or concrete variables.
• Adhere to all safety rules and procedures. Bring unsafe acts and conditions to the attention of the manager. Correct hazards and unsafe conditions. Train other associates in safe work practices. Investigate accidents, near-accidents, and potential hazards. Actively participates in housekeeping activities and in the safety and health program.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry between 15 and 50 pounds.
• Ability to twist, reach, bend, stoop, and squat occasionally.
• Also be able to be on your feet, to load trailers and the movement to and from the trailer and the staging area of our equipment and material.
• Must be able to tilt material or equipment, stack material as needed, and roll on hand truck to a designated area and place on floor, ground, or in trailer without harm to themselves or material or equipment.
• Must be able to lift material and equipment above a person’s head to stack.
• Must be physically able to mount and dismount our lifts, trucks, or tractors numerous times throughout the day.
• This includes but is not limited to dismounting and remounting continuously to stack, mark, label and make ready to carry with the lift or hand trucks.
• Ability to push or pull up to 150 pounds, such as a loaded wheel barrel.
• Ability to work on and climb ladders up to 40 feet tall or scaffolding.
• Ability to keep or regain body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
• Ability to work in a working environment that is loud and noisy.
• Ability to work in an environment with fumes, dust, dirt, smoke, gases, grease and oils and solvents.
• Ability to be aware of surrounding area due to working at high levels and with hot products.
• Manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow safety practices and procedures used in working on ladders and roofs.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions year-round with exposure to excessive heat and cold.
• Must be physically able to mount and dismount ladders from tucks or storage above a person’s head.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all required safety records and files
• Be able and willing to travel
• Report any unsafe conditions to the safety director
• Assist field and staff management to understand OSHA regulations and standards, including guidance on handling OSHA compliance, inspections, and citations.
• Guide and promote safe work performance by assisting in developing safety systems, policies, and procedures; developing safety campaigns, communications, and recognitions.
• Training managers and employees in environmental, health, and safety topics
• Investigate all injuries in conjunction with field management. Notify top management of pertinent details
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending appropriate training, educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies.
• Conduct job site safety inspections, make recommendations for improvement.
• Evaluate hazardous conditions and practices, and assist in developing hazard control practices and programs.
• Assist in communicating hazard control information and evaluate the effectiveness of the control.
• Guides and assists field, office and warehouse personnel with critical safety and health problems.
• Overviews company accident statistics and makes recommendations for correction of problem areas.
• Works with trade and professional organizations to promote goals and objectives in the health and safety area that affect the company’s business.
• Assess new developments in the health and safety field that may have application to the company’s operations.
• Establish target areas and long-range accident prevention and cost-control objectives.
• Keep apprised of federal and state safety laws likely to affect the company
• Acts as company representative in dealing with government agencies on safety and health matters affecting the company.
• May be required to assist with cost control efforts, participate in safety committees, and the like.
• Prepare and coordinate monthly safety meetings.
• Attend weekly job meetings to keep apprised of new job sites and address issues with current sites.
• Assist in coordinating weekly tool box talks
• Prepare Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) documents as required.
• Assisting in overall activity and success of environmental, health, and safety programs
• Any additional safety duties assigned by Safety Director

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance